Tag: respectful parenting
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“Because I Said So” Is Enough Reason for Now
Get Pregnant Fast I genuinely believe that every child, even those as young as three or four years old, deserves to have their constant “why” questions answered. Sure, it can be draining and sometimes even frustrating to respond to each query, but in my mind, children warrant the same respect we give to adults when…
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How to Discipline Your Kids Without Losing Your Cool
Get Pregnant Fast Disciplining children is one of the more challenging aspects of parenting. If it were up to me, my kids would always behave, listen attentively, and never test the waters. Unfortunately, they are children, and pushing boundaries is essentially their job. As someone who tends to avoid confrontation, I often find myself wanting…
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Dear Parents: You’re Not That Unique
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat by the pond, watching my four-year-old struggle to get the hang of floating, I couldn’t help but notice a familiar scene unfold. During swim class, there are clearly marked areas where swimming is prohibited—including the dock—but every day, some parents seem to think their children deserve an exception. Today,…
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How I Helped My Son Understand Boundaries for His Body
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to sensitive topics, discussing the male anatomy ranks near the bottom of the list for most parents. It’s not exactly the kind of conversation you look forward to having. While it may be entertaining to laugh about these things online, the reality can be quite awkward—especially when teachers and…
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Parenting Through a New Lens: Embracing Flexibility
Get Pregnant Fast “Yes,” I replied, fully aware it might ruin her dinner. “You can have as many as you want.” The next day, I decided against sending her to day camp. Instead, I let her lounge on the couch in her pajamas, indulging in her favorite snacks while binge-watching Netflix. I termed it a…
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Why We Shouldn’t Scold Kids for Using the F-Word
Get Pregnant Fast “Duck rhymes with the F-word. You know, the bad one.” Well, that certainly got some attention. Our 6-year-old, Lily, decided to share this fun fact at ear-splitting volume during a busy holiday dinner at a nice New Orleans restaurant. The reaction was priceless: some adults turned to gawk, others gave sympathetic smiles,…
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Why I Encourage You to Address My Kids’ Misbehavior
Get Pregnant Fast I grew up during the ’80s and early ’90s when life was quite different from today. With no cell phones or tracking devices, my parents often had no idea where I was. The term “helicopter parenting” was non-existent, and it wasn’t unusual for shopkeepers, other parents, or even strangers to step in…
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Establishing Boundaries for Tickling Your Kids: A Guide for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re planning to tickle your little ones, it’s crucial to set some boundaries first. Let’s face it: tickling can be a double-edged sword. I was chatting with my friend Mia when I heard her 10-month-old son Leo letting out loud squeals from the other room. “Oh no, is everything okay?” I…